Construction Project Manager

AJ Group; Leeds; Presencial; GBP 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

AJ Group is seeking a senior Construction Project Manager to lead delivery of new developments from a developer-side perspective in Leeds. You will assume professional responsibility for major property projects and partner with the Director of Operations and Construction, the Board, and the CEO to drive growth and strategic objectives.

On-site leadership is essential as you will supervise contractors, manage budgets with a Cost Manager, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards

Formación

• Proven professional experience in construction project management, specifically within the construction and development sector.
• Advantageous: direct experience on large data centre projects or mission-critical facilities.
• Must reside within a commutable distance to Leeds, on-site 4–5 days a week.

Responsabilidades

• Project Delivery & Management: provide robust, timely project management for property development projects.
• Financial & Commercial Oversight: assist with preparation and management of major budgets, schedules, and cost controls.
• Standards & Compliance: ensure facilities meet client standards and safety regulations.
• Contract & Safety Administration: supervise contractors and oversee health and safety guidance.

Conocimientos

Construction project management

Leadership

Budget management

Descripción del empleo

• Salary: Dependent on Experience

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Construction Project Manager to join their team on a developer-side basis. In this senior role, you will carry professional responsibility for the delivery of new construction developments, supporting business growth and the organisation's strategic and operational objectives.

You will act as the principal advisor on allocated major construction developments to the Director of Operations and Construction, the Board, and the Chief Executive Officer. Working closely with internal colleagues and external partners, including Health & Safety Managers, MEP Resident Engineers, customers, and appointed third-party consultants, you will champion quality, compliance, commercial awareness, and leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Delivery & Management: Provide professional, robust, and timely project management for property development projects.
• Financial & Commercial Oversight: Assist with the preparation, tendering, and management of major property construction capital programme budgets in conjunction with senior staff and a dedicated Cost Manager, delivering schemes to time and cost.
• Standards & Compliance: Ensure newly constructed facilities comply with agreed client standards and corporate expectations, monitoring statutory and mandatory requirements to provide a safe environment.
• Contract & Safety Administration: Supervise contractors, handle contract administration, and oversee health and safety advice

What We Are Looking For

• Proven professional experience in construction project management, specifically within the construction and development sector. (CSA background preferred)
• Advantageous: Direct experience working on large data centre projects or other mission-critical facilities.
• Must reside within a commutable distance to Leeds, as you will be on site 4 or 5 days a week.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with all stakeholders, both internal and external.
• Comprehensive understanding of Health & Safety legislation, contractor supervision, and compliance monitoring.